* Our Fun Filled 4th Of July *

This is going to be a long post so be prepared!! We start out with getting ready for the day. We all got matching T-shirts from Wal-Mart and I did Kennadee's Hair all cute doesn't she look great? 

 

Well she had woken up a little shaky that morning and I was a little worried but didn't think much of it and off we went. We stopped to get some lunch and then were on our way again. While we were driving Kennadee was saying that she was thirsty so I gave her some water. She only took one sip so I encouraged her to drink more. She refused and I looked back and she was suddenly very pale. She said " Mom I need to puke in the potty" I said " Are you going to puke"? She said "no" and as she said that she puked all over herself. I didn't have any clean clothes for her in the car. (Despite twice thinking I should bring some and telling myself why should I? she never really gets herself messy anymore). Luckily we were by a T.J. Max so I ran in and bought her a new outfit. (because it was only 1.00 more for the outfit than it would have been for their cheapest T-shirt) When I came back out of the store she was doing much better so I put the new shirt on her and we went on our way. 

We went to downtown Austin to see what was going on down there. We had a reservation for a boat tour to watch the fireworks but that didn't start until 8:00 so we had plenty of time to kill. We found this park nearby so we went to check it out. Downtown Austin really cool they have a lot of really interesting buildings. 

The weather wasn't too bad so we walked around for awhile.

Once we were all too hot we decided to go to Wal-Mart to cool off. While we were there I got Kennadee another shirt so she would match us and then it was time to go to the boat. We boarded early so we could get good seats. Kennadee was so good. She was walking around talking to everyone. She made friends really fast. Their was a couple up at the front that had a big bag of kettle corn and they were sharing with her. She totally loved it. 

Also while we were waiting we saw a little turtle trying to climb up onto the dock and we saw some ducks that after awhile started quacking at us and splashing us.

This is what the boat we were on looked like:

Under the bridge lives about a million bats that come out at dusk so we got to see them all swarming out while we were on the water

And then once it got dark enough the fireworks started. It was really cool!! I loved the way the fireworks reflected off the water. I totally recommend this to everyone!! This was an awesome experience and the best 4th of July I've had in a long time!! The symphony was playing in the park on the shore so we could hear the music while we watched the fireworks. It was awesome. I got the finale on video so enjoy!!

I hope you all had an awesome 4th of July!! 

Thanks Jay!!!

My awesome little sister Jessica totally rocks!! When I was at her house I was telling her that I would love one of those signs with the vinyl lettering that says Eldredge with live, laugh, love over it. So for a house warming gift she sent me the lettering and the board so I could have one!! Thank you so much Jay it totally means the world to me!! Love you lots!!!

Tag I'm it Again

I was tagged by my friend Elaine this time:

List 3 joys, 3 fears, 3 goals, 3 current obsessions/collections, 3 random surprising facts about yourself. Tag 3 people at the end of your post by leaving their names. Let them know they have been tagged by leaving a comment on their blog.

Joys:
1- Russell, The love of my life!
2- Kennadee, My little angel!
3- The Gospel of Jesus Christ

Fears:
1- Russell or Kennadee getting hurt or sick.

2- Not ever being able to get pregnant again.
3- Change always scares me.  

Goals:
1- To get settled in Texas.
2- To get Kennadee back on a normal schedule so she can be sane again.
3- To be the best Wife and Mother I can be. 

Obsessions/Collections:
1- I used to collect turtle figurines. I still have them but haven't been as into collecting them.
2- I am obsessed with anything Disney Princess for Kennadee (I have a problem, just ask my husband!)
3- I love love love going to,renting,& buying movies!  

Randoms:
1- I have a major aversion to wool! I can't stand to touch it, see it, or hear it scratch together, eeek!!
2- I am allergic to cayenne pepper, any type of chili pepper, and cilantro. 
3- I love water and amusement parks!!

Well that's enough about me now I tag, Jessica, Laura, and Diana (but Diana I think you have already done this one so if you have you don't have to do it again!) Have fun and I will keep you all posted when I get into our new house!! Lots of Love!! 

Give said the little stream!

At the fish hatchery they have this cute little stream that runs through the park I thought it was a great background for some pictures. Here they are:

Fun At The Fish Hatchery

While my Dad & Aileen were here this weekend we took them to the Steelhead fish hatchery in Hagerman. It was beautiful there. All the spring flowers were out, I saw this Red tulip in the middle of a bunch of yellow flowers on the side of the stream and I had to take a picture. It is a really fun place to go. You can go under the tanks and see the fish up close. Kennadee thought it was awesome. My Dad told her to say "hey dudes" to the fish so she kept saying that every time one swam by. It was so cute.

Russell's Graduation Party

Saturday we had Russell's graduation part. It was so much fun!!  Almost 50 people came!! It was so awesome. We felt loved to have so many of our friends and relatives there. It was really nice to visit with everyone and feel their love and support!! We had BBQ Beef sandwiches, Chips, Veggies, and I made a cake. We weren't sure we would have enough for everyone but thankfully a little bit went a long way!! It was fabulous and tons and tons of fun!! Thank you to everyone that came to support Russell we are deeply touched by the outpouring of love we received!! 

Four Years And Still Going Strong!!

Four years ago today Russell and I were married in the Timpanogos Temple for time and all eternity. So much has happened in those four short years!! A month after we were married we found out that we were expecting Kennadee in the mean time Russell worked and went to school and I worked and was sick sick sick pregnant. Kennadee was born in March and then Russell graduated with his associates degree from the College of Southern Idaho. We then moved to Boise where Russell worked full time and went to school full time and I stayed home with Kennadee and was a babysitter for several different children. Finally Russell was done with classes for school and we moved to Twin Falls so he could do his student teaching for 16 weeks. That went by like nothing and now tomorrow is his last day of student teaching and he will officially be done with school!! (Until he decides to do his Masters degree at least!) And then we will be moving to Texas to start a new chapter in our lives. So here's to four wonderful years and the wonderful future ahead of us!! I love you Russell!!!